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We are a charitable association dedicated to the development of people in spirit, mind and body as well as the improvement of local, national and international communities.


YMCA STEP to Work Program

Step to Work   If you would like to apply for an interview, download the two documents below and follow the instructions.

application form (pdf, 132k)
back check form (pdf, 96k)

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Offered by the YMCA in partnership with BC Housing, the STEP to Work program is a summer employment opportunity for youth 15 to 18 years old who live in BC Housing. Youth must be in the public housing portfolio to be eligible to apply. Participants experience a job for the first time, develop employability skills, learn positive work values and build healthy foundations for future employment.

The YMCA provides:
·  Pre-employment training for summer youth employees.
·  Minimum wage for youth employees for six weeks of work (four days per week, six hours per day).
·  Support for youth employees and employers throughout the summer.

Employers provide:
·  A six-week work placement (four days per week, six hours per day) for youth employees in July and August.
·  On-the-job support and guidance for youth employees.

Youth employees provide:
·  Six weeks of work dedicated to the employer's business or organization.
·  Enthusiasm, skills, motivation and willingness to learn.

Program participants receive:
·  Employment and lifeskills training, along with opportunities to develop leadership abilities.
·  FoodSafe, Superhost, WHMIS and First Aid/CPR certification.
·  Support from a mentor
·  Paid work experience for their resumes, and to use in future job searches.
·  An opportunity to work within the YMCA, other non-profit organizations, or privately-owned businesses.

For more information, please contact:
STEP to Work Program Coordinator
YMCA Community Services
201 - 1166 Alberni Street
Vancouver, BC   V6E 3Z3
Tel: 604-685-8066
Fax: 604-684-3255
E-Mail: steptowork at vanymca.org

 

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